Author Archives: debnieters

Qi Gong Observations

https://youtu.be/5Q4imzi4fKk More insight into Qi Gong and ways to practice it throughout your life. How to practice and not stress: Know it will take a long time to learn the Tai Qi set Key is to NOT STRESS!Takes about 4 months, of 2 days a week practice to learn a Tai Qi setDifferent way toContinueContinue reading “Qi Gong Observations”

Otzi the “Ice Man”

https://youtu.be/O6NnHlQO7Bg Have you found health benefits from your tattoos? Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM talks about how the tattoo’s found on Otzi match the acupuncture meridians. Through this knowledge, they were able to explore more on health problems he may have dealt with.

Tai Qi 3: Pie in the Face

https://youtu.be/BdBaJgqm-Mw 3rd phase of 24 set Tai Qi series, “Pie in the Face” Dr. John Nieters began studying Tai Qi with Master YC Chang almost 50 years ago. He also studied Wing Chun and small circle Jiu Jitsu. He started his studies with Peter Ralston – who won the full contact World Championships held inContinueContinue reading “Tai Qi 3: Pie in the Face”

Different Types of Needling Techniques

https://youtu.be/Kb2M7l4mCsM Dr. Jenny Nieters L.Ac, DACM, talks about how different needling techniques should be used based on the athletes current needs. Acupuncture does not need to be painful. Most of Dr. Jenny’s patients report barely feeling the needles, yet seeing amazing results. Excerpt taken from UC Berkeley Guest Lecture Zoom Presentation – April 20, 2020.ContinueContinue reading “Different Types of Needling Techniques”

Qi Gong Exercise – Playing the Fingers

https://youtu.be/-oiKy16WwDM A simple Qi Gong exercise you can do while waiting in line at the supermarket. Dr. John Nieters began studying Tai Qi with Master YC Chang almost 50 years ago. He also studied Wing Chun and small circle Jiu Jitsu. He started his studies with Peter Ralston – who won the full contact WorldContinueContinue reading “Qi Gong Exercise – Playing the Fingers”

Safety of Chinese Herbs

https://youtu.be/Z8kopqgGbpE Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM discusses the safety of Chinese herbs study conducted at Cleveland Hospital. Excerpt taken from UC Berkeley Guest Lecture Zoom Presentation – April 13, 2020.

Tai Qi Part 2 – Grasp the Sparrow’s Tail

https://youtu.be/tlRl9nmhFp0 Grasping the Sparrow’s Tail 2nd phase of 24 set Tai Qi series, “Grasp the Sparrow’s Tail.” Tai Qi may help improve immunity, strengthen lung function, increase flexibility, balance and calm the mind. Dr. John Nieters began studying Tai Qi with Master YC Chang almost 50 years ago. He also studied Wing Chun and smallContinueContinue reading “Tai Qi Part 2 – Grasp the Sparrow’s Tail”

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine

https://youtu.be/jhdECwXaezw Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM explains what current Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is and how it came to be. Excerpt taken from a Guest Lecture Zoom Presentation at UC Berkeley, April 13, 2020.

Tai Qi Commencement (Part 1)

https://youtu.be/81ZrfrGOPGM Dr John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM teaches the first part of a simplified 24 move Tai Qi sequence – “The Commencement” Tai Qi may help improve immunity, strengthen lung function, increase flexibility, balance and calm the mind.

Free Tai Qi Class – Intro

https://youtu.be/Ku2Ckdb1RqY Come join us, as we delve into the world of Tai Qi. Dr. John Nieters will be doing weekly training of a simplified 24 move Tai Qi sequence along with powerful Qi Gong training. Tai Qi may help improve immunity, strengthen lung function, increase flexibility, balance and calm the mind. Dr. John Nieters beganContinueContinue reading “Free Tai Qi Class – Intro”

Exciting Announcements

https://youtu.be/icJXmXTFqN0 Do you know why Telehealth is becoming so successful? Besides the convenience for the patient, it also increases the hormone “Oxytocin.” Oxytocin is the hormone that acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain. It decreases stress, relieves anxiety and helps with healing. Eye contact is one way to increase oxytocin. Dr. John Nieters isContinueContinue reading “Exciting Announcements”

My Personal Immune Support Protocol

https://youtu.be/XncmUeaq1vU Dr. John Nieters, discusses supplements he personally takes to support his immune system during the COVID 19 epidemic. DAILY Modified Ketogenic Diet Orthomolecular – InflammaCORE Orthomolecular – MitoCORE Orthomolecular – Buffered Lemon C (2,000mg Vitamin C, Magnesium, Potassium) Orthomolecular – K-Force (Vitamin D3, 180mcg Vit K2) Source Naturals – Benfotiamine (helps with sepsis) TH1ContinueContinue reading “My Personal Immune Support Protocol”

Meet Dr. John Nieters

https://youtu.be/LHqrcXMW4mQ Meet Dr. John Nieters, L.Ac, DAOM. Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture. Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM, hosts The Balancing Point. A weekly video series which focuses on education, lifestyle, classical wisdom and health. Dr. John Nieters has been serving the Bay Area community for over 35 years. In his practice at Alameda Acupuncture,ContinueContinue reading “Meet Dr. John Nieters”

Our Last Episode; Benefits of Tai Chi; a Healthy Diet; Mammograms; 07.27.2018

When the level of vitamin D is not where one would suspect than always have a calcitrol test done.  Calcitrol is the active form of vitamin D with a half life of 15 hours. Invest in breast health but be careful about mammograms. For good general health, eat seasonally, organic and all the greens youContinueContinue reading “Our Last Episode; Benefits of Tai Chi; a Healthy Diet; Mammograms; 07.27.2018”

Being a Meditator; EMF; Environmental Toxins; 05.04.2018

Recommended book:  12 Rules For Life by Jordan Peterson.  One of his 12 rules: always be comparing yourself to yourself.  Strive to be better today than yesterday.  If we are not moving forward we are sliding backwards. The lipoprotein profile includes:  LDL (low density lipoprotein cholesterol), HDL (high density lipoprotein cholesterol, and Triglycerides (fats carried inContinueContinue reading “Being a Meditator; EMF; Environmental Toxins; 05.04.2018”

The Blood Brain Barrier; Iodine; What to Ask Your Doctor 4.27.2018

As we move into May, it is a time of creativity; of moving and growing. It is important to ask for specific labs at you annual visit with you MD:  1) a blood test, including a CBC (complete blood count); 2) a chem panel; and 3) a urinalysis. Iodine is necessary for the functioning ofContinueContinue reading “The Blood Brain Barrier; Iodine; What to Ask Your Doctor 4.27.2018”

Blood Stasis; Meditation; PreDiabetes; Vaccines; 4.20.2018

The longer we can put off being vaccinated the less damage is done. Body movement is important for healthy blood flow.  The body is dependent on healthy blood flow to carry oxygen in, nutrients in to feed muscles, and to take the cellular waste out.   Artificial electromagnetic frequencies that we are overly exposed to canContinueContinue reading “Blood Stasis; Meditation; PreDiabetes; Vaccines; 4.20.2018”

Wheat; Lead Testing; Ear Wax; Cell Phone Radiation; 04.13.2018

There has been an upsurge in laboratories doing testing for conditions and issues that historically hav been very difficult to get good testing for. An example of such testing is the Wheat Zoomer Test.  There are numerous potential problems, issues and sensitivties associated with eating wheat that, in the past, were rarely tested for.  TheContinueContinue reading “Wheat; Lead Testing; Ear Wax; Cell Phone Radiation; 04.13.2018”

Dry Needling; Orthopedics; Grovers Disease; 4.06.2018

  Dry needling is a technique used for the treatment of pain and movement impairments. The technique uses a “dry” needle, one without medication or injection, inserted through the skin into areas of the muscle. Acupuncture needles are very small – almost as thin as a strand of hair Grover’s disease is a rare, temporary skin condition.ContinueContinue reading “Dry Needling; Orthopedics; Grovers Disease; 4.06.2018”